Hindrance

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NOUN

hinderance, deterrent, impediment, balk, baulk

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

hinderance, hitch, preventive, preventative, encumbrance

any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

hinderance, interference

the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding

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